Hibiscus syriacus
Rose of Sharon
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Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) - Description
Hibiscus syriacus is hardy and tough with lots of vigor,so be careful that this plant wont take over a huge part of your garden! Upwards of 10' or more, this shrub can easily be trained to a small tree form. Blooms are a little smaller than other Hibiscus species, but do last a very long time and are fairly populated on a given plant. Loves the heat, so plant it in the sunniest part of your yard. If it drops below -10 F in your area during the winter months definitely protect young plants from frost.
Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) - Blooming
The large, well-known flowers bloom in late spring to fall in colors such as, red, white, pink, yellow, and orange. Each bloom will last only a day or so. To promote continued blooming, remove faded flowers before they form seeds.
Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) - Growth
They do best in full sun, but react poorly to drought and frost.
Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) - Planting
If dividing a perennial Hibiscus, do so in the spring. If you are growing from cuttings, take 5-6" of new growth and remove the lower leaves. Stick into a mixture of sand and peat at a 3 to 1 ratio. Once cuttings have formed roots, you can transplant.If planting seeds, soak them in warm water for an hour before planting. Either start indoors 12 weeks before the last frost, or outdoors after the frost has past. You can also sow seeds directly in the fall, as soon as the seed casing has begun to split.
Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) - Pest
Hibiscus plants are susceptible to giant whiteflies and should be controlled by using Neem oil.
Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) - Interesting facts
Agua de Jaimaca, a drink made from the flowers of the Hibiscus sabdariffa, sugar, and water, is popular in Mexico, and tastes similar to cranberry juice. A Hibiscus flower worn behind one ear or the other traditionally shows the marital status of Hawaiian women. Over the left ear, and thus over the heart, means your heart is taken. Over the right ear means that you are available.
Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) - Soil and irrigation
Hibiscus plants require a rich, organic loam soil that is acidic and needs to be kept moist. These plants also require regular irrigation.
